Corporate law is one of the key areas of our work. In a dynamic and complex business environment, we provide our clients with individualized legal advice tailored to their needs and objectives, enabling them to achieve their goals safely and effectively.

How can we help you?
• Establishment and transformation of companies: We advise on the choice of corporate form and management structure, the establishment of new and the transformation of existing companies or joint ventures, and the drafting of company legal acts.

• Corporate governance: We provide legal advice in the field of the rights of shareholders, advise on shareholder agreements, options, as well as on disputes between shareholders, in the field of company management and regarding the powers and responsibilities of members of the management and supervisory bodies.

• Contract law: We advise and assist in the preparation and interpretation of various types of commercial contracts.

• Interdisciplinarity: We upgrade our advice with an interdisciplinary approach from the perspective of other legal areas, such as labor, competition, regulatory and tax law.

Contact
Nataša Pipan Nahtigal  natasa.pipan@selih.si

Nina Šelih  nina.selih@selih.si

Jera Majzelj  jera.majzelj@selih.si

Barbara Hočevar  barbara.hocevar@selih.si

Špela Arsova  spela.arsova@selih.si

Mergers and acquisitions are complex processes, and the successful completion of a transaction is crucial for the long-term success of all companies involved. Our team of experienced lawyers has many years of experience in advising on domestic and cross-border transactions, whether it is the purchase of shares or the transfer of company assets, mergers, spin-offs, acquisitions, joint ventures, restructuring, or combined transaction structures. In such transactions, we represent sellers, buyers, target companies, or financing providers. Our practice in this area is complemented by knowledge of related legal areas such as competition law, financial law, and labor law. All this allows us to provide clients with comprehensive legal support throughout the entire process of the transaction and adequately protect their interests.

How can we help you?
• We conduct legal due diligence of the target company to identify potential risks.

• We advise on the most appropriate structure for a particular transaction and participate in negotiations.

• We prepare all necessary contractual documentation.

• We assist clients in obtaining all necessary permits from the competent authorities for the transaction.

• With colleagues from other fields, we advise clients on the integration of the new company and employees into the group.

Contact

Nataša Pipan Nahtigal  natasa.pipan@selih.si

Jera Majzelj  jera.majzelj@selih.si

Mia Kalaš  mia.kalas@selih.si

Financial markets are complex and subject to constant fluctuations. The successful execution of a financial transaction requires in-depth knowledge of various legal aspects and relevant experience. Our team regularly advises domestic and foreign borrowers and lenders, banks and other financial institutions, companies from all sectors, and institutional investors. Because we know each transaction is unique, we provide tailored solutions that take into account the specific needs and objectives of each project.

How can we help you?
• Advice on various forms of financing: Secured and unsecured loans, domestic and international syndicated loans, mezzanine, consumer, real estate, and project financing, financing of public-private partnerships, equipment financing, aviation financing, structured financing, factoring, derivatives, capital market transactions, investments in investment funds and other financial transactions.

• Advice on restructuring.

• Preparation of contractual documentation: We provide legal assistance in negotiations and drafting (and possible registration) of contractual documentation and security instruments and issue formal legal opinions.

• Advice to financial service providers in relation to various regulatory issues regarding their activities and financial products

Contact
Mia Kalaš  mia.kalas@selih.si

Blaž Ogorevc  blaz.ogorevc@selih.si

Miha Štravs  miha.stravs@selih.si

We understand that any dispute can have far-reaching consequences for a business’s operations. Our team of dispute resolution experts therefore becomes involved at the first signs of a potential dispute, advising clients on finding solutions that would prevent the dispute from escalating.
When a dispute nevertheless cannot be avoided, we prioritize understanding the client’s business needs and the dispute’s impact on them. Based on years of experience resolving various types of commercial disputes, in cooperation with clients and considering their position in the dispute, we develop a strategy tailored to the specific needs of the parties involved in the dispute and pursues their business objectives.

How can we help you?
• Advice and representation of clients in all dispute resolution proceedings, both individual and collective: In addition to representation in proceedings before courts and other state bodies, we also advise and represent clients in alternative dispute resolution methods, such as arbitration and mediation.

• Comprehensive legal support: We provide comprehensive legal support in all phases of dispute resolution, from preparing an assessment of the client’s position and chances of success, to representing the client in the proceedings and enforcing the decision.

• Individual approach: Each dispute is unique, so we provide clients with tailored solutions that take into account their specific needs and goals.

• Wide range of services from various business sectors: We cover the entire spectrum of dispute resolution, among which the most frequent are disputes arising from various commercial contracts, disputes related to claims for damages, disputes arising from corporate governance of the company, disputes due to violations of competition rules and intellectual property rights, consumer disputes, real estate related disputes, disputes arising from insurance, guarantees and warranties, and more.

Contact

Helena Butolen  helena.butolen@selih.si

Gregor Simoniti  gregor.simoniti@selih.si

Alen Savić  alen.savic@selih.si

The field of real estate and construction is dynamic and complex. Therefore, we provide clients with advice that combines our broad knowledge, extensive experience, and practical approach, while always taking into account the specific needs of each project. We advise domestic and foreign real estate companies, project companies, investors, banks and other companies engaged in real estate financing, real estate funds, property managers (e.g., shopping centers), and construction companies in connection with the purchase, development, construction, management, and financing of real estate.

How can we help you?
• We assist in choosing the most favorable legal form of land acquisition and carrying out due diligence.

• Establishment of joint ventures for the implementation of complex real estate projects.

• Preparation and review all necessary contracts, including financing agreements, construction contracts, residential and commercial lease agreements, and property management agreements.

• Advice on obtaining financing for real estate projects.

• Advice on the legal aspects of property management.

• Dispute resolution related to real estate and construction.

Contact
Blaž Ogorevc  blaz.ogorevc@selih.si

Miha Štravs  miha.stravs@selih.si

Intellectual property is one of the most valuable assets of a company, as it reflects the company’s innovation, creativity, and reputation in the market. Without adequate protection, innovations, copyrights, and distinctive signs are exposed to illegal exploitation, which can cause significant financial losses and damage the company’s reputation. Effective protection is therefore crucial for maintaining a competitive advantage, attracting investors, and successful long-term operation. We have many years of experience in both the protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights. Our lawyers advise domestic and foreign clients in all sectors. Especially in the pharmaceutical industry, our intellectual property services are complemented by our knowledge of regulatory issues, which includes, among other things, obtaining the necessary permits for pharmaceutical products, and issues related to the labelling and advertising of these products.

How can we help you?
• Protection of innovations: We assist in the application and registration of patents, trademarks, and designs in Slovenia and abroad, thereby ensuring their adequate protection. We advise on the transfer of intellectual property rights from employees to employers and on the conclusion of licensing, agency, and other contracts related to the transfer of intellectual property rights.

• Prevention of infringements: We advise on how to prevent infringements of intellectual property rights and how to respond effectively to possible infringements.

• Dispute resolution: We advise and represent clients in dispute resolution proceedings related to intellectual property rights, including the use of temporary injunctions.

Contact
Nina Šelih  nina.selih@selih.si

Nataša Pipan Nahtigal  natasa.pipan@selih.si

Helena Butolen  helena.butolen@selih.si

Regulatory compliance is a critical aspect of any business. Organizations that understand and effectively manage regulations have the potential for long-term success. Different businesses have different needs depending on the type and complexity of the regulatory requirements they face. Our experienced team of regulatory and compliance lawyers advises on finding and implementing solutions tailored to the specific business and the market in which it operates.

How can we help you?
• We provide clear advice on the conditions, licenses, and permits for offering products and services that are subject to special regulatory regimes.

• We advise on the direction of changes in sector-specific regulations and assist in preparing the company for new regulatory requirements that apply to the organization, products, and/or services.

• Our team conducts tailor-made and company-specific compliance training for management and employees.

• We provide practical, business-sensible advice on contractual arrangements that best mitigate regulatory and other compliance risks for the company – from employees to customers and suppliers.

• Our team conducts internal investigations to identify and investigate suspected non-compliance with laws and regulations to protect the business and advises on possible corrective measures.

• We represent and advise clients before supervisory and investigative authorities in proceedings.

Contact

Darja Miklavčič darja.miklavcic@selih.si
Barbara Hočevar  barbara.hocevar@selih.si

Insolvency proceedings can be a major challenge for both the debtor and its creditors. In this regard, timely and professional advice is essential, as it can significantly affect the outcome. Therefore, our experts provide clients with comprehensive legal support in all phases of the insolvency proceedings, which also includes strategic planning of all steps for the most favorable outcome. We advise domestic and foreign clients on all aspects of insolvency law, restructuring, and liquidation. We advise investors, banks, companies with financially distressed business partners, and companies in financial difficulties, as well as their owners and management bodies.

How can we help you?
• Advice on the implementation of voluntary restructuring, including refinancing, to preserve the company.

• Protection of creditors’ interests in case of insolvency, which also includes the establishment of necessary collateral.

• Advice regarding cross-border insolvency proceedings.

• Advice on the liability of management bodies in the event of insolvency of the company.

• Advice on the management of non-performing loans, the purchase of assets of bankrupt debtors.

• We assist in the implementation of the voluntary liquidation of a company.

Contact

Mia Kalaš mia.kalas@selih.si
Blaž Ogorevc  blaz.ogorevc@selih.si

Our Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) practice provides strategic legal counsel to businesses navigating the rapidly evolving digital landscape. We advise clients across the TMT sector, including technology companies, media organizations, telecom operators, digital platforms, helping them address complex regulatory, commercial, and technological challenges.
With deep industry knowledge and a commercially driven approach, we assist clients in areas such as data protection, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, commercial agreements and intellectual property.

How can we help you?
• Advising on telecommunications law requirements and obtaining relevant permits.

• Legal support for transactions involving the purchase, sale, or merger of companies operating in the TMT sector, software licensing, and IT outsourcing.

• Consulting on data protection, cybersecurity, and compliance with privacy laws.

• Regulatory advisory services for technology companies and online platforms.

• Drafting and negotiating media and advertising agreements.

• Assistance and representation of clients in proceedings before competent authorities in the field of TMT.

Contact
Barbara Hočevar  barbara.hocevar@selih.si

Darja Miklavčič  darja.miklavcic@selih.si

The energy sector is a dynamic and highly regulated sector. Investors in energy projects face significant risks associated with environmental, social, and economic impacts. Similarly, companies participating in the energy sector face complex legal issues related to investment, permitting, contractual relationships, and environmental standards. Therefore, when advising on aspects of energy law, natural resources law, and infrastructure law, our lawyers combine their knowledge and experience in these areas with knowledge of corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, real estate law, and financial and civil law. In this way, they can provide clients with comprehensive protection of their interests and find a solution that is most favourable for a particular client.

How can we help you?
• Advice on investments in renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal energy.

• Advice on the exploration and exploitation of oil and gas.

• Advice on infrastructure projects, where we provide legal support in all phases of the project from planning, construction, fundraising, commissioning, operation, and maintenance.

• We advise on obtaining environmental permits and conducting environmental studies.

• Representation of clients before the competent administrative bodies and courts in connection with energy projects.

Contact
Miha Štravs miha.stravs@selih.si

Blaž Ogorevc blaz.ogorevc@selih.si

We offer comprehensive legal assistance to individuals and legal entities in all areas of criminal law, with a focus on white-collar crime. Our experts ensure the protection of the rights of individuals who find themselves in criminal proceedings throughout the entire process, from the preliminary investigation and investigation, to proceedings with regular and extraordinary legal remedies, and, based on their extensive experience, ensure that their defense is always strategically designed, professionally led, and carefully considered.
We also represent the interests of injured parties and victims of criminal offenses and prepare criminal complaints for them and assert property claims before the courts. In cases of suspected irregularities that could have consequences in the field of criminal law, we also conduct internal investigations in companies.
In the most demanding cases, we also involve colleagues from other legal fields (e.g., tax law, public procurement law, etc.) in the preparation of the defense strategy, and, if necessary, we cooperate with established external experts in researching the factual situation that requires specific professional knowledge.

Contact

Helena Butolen helena.butolen@selih.si

Alen Savić  alen.savic@selih.si